Human Resource

Today’s executives are under immense pressure to build strong, motivated teams while keeping the organisation performing at its best. But this simple goal is harder than ever to achieve. 

For business in 2026 AI is no longer a novelty - it is now a matter of practice - driven by the dual need of changing business models and the necessity to drive down costs.  Rowen Pillai explains the challenges for businesses in 2026. 

Rayond Langa, Group CEO of Leagas Delaney, shares the five traits that he's consistently seen in the best teams he's worked with, and had the privilege to lead.

The trend of companies cutting back on staff has been accelerating as AI quietly infiltrated entire layers of junior and specialist roles that once existed to support the experts. And this trend is only going to expand in 2026. 

More than 60% of South African companies identify skills shortages as a major barrier to transformation by 2030. Claressa Pretorius from Kelly explores how the problem is affecting local companies. 

Debbie Goodman explains the dangers of a new workplace phenomenon 'quiet cracking'. We have all the details for you on this worrying trend.

If most knowledge workers are going to be managing AI agents in the near future, the skills they need to develop now isn’t coding. Juanita Vorster explores what skills will be required as the workplace changes. 

Victimisation is another common form of bullying and there are many different ways in which a worker can be victimised. Victimisation is one of the most serious problems you can encounter in the workplace.

Despite impacting millions of women at the peak of their careers, menopause continues to be a taboo subject in professional environments. 

Hybrid work is here to stay, so its more important than ever for employers to ensure that their staff can access company networks and online services easily, says iStore Business Executive Head Sudesh Pillay.

Poor candidate experiences in corporate hiring not only drive away top talent but also inflict lasting damage on company reputations. Organisations would do well to consider the unintended impact of flawed hiring practices, according to a leadership expert

As mid-year approaches, many South African employees eagerly await news of potential salary increases. This period often brings hope for financial recognition and relief after months of hard work. However, with the country’s economic landscape still facing uncertainties from inflation trends to global market pressures, it’s important to understand what salary adjustments are realistic in 2025. This article explores the key factors shaping salary reviews this year and offers practical advice on how employees can navigate these discussions effectively.

A severe shortage of skilled labour is undermining construction across Africa, with South Africa among the hardest hit. In a 2024 report, the International Labour Organization (ILO) identified the skills gap as a major contributor to substandard construction work and escalating project costs.

Every small business owner dreams of landing a big customer. It’s the kind of breakthrough that doesn’t just change a business. It changes everything. For most entrepreneurs, the hustle isn’t only about profit. It’s about purpose.

Customer loyalty programmes have exploded in popularity, enticing consumers with points for everyday actions—swiping a credit card, hitting the gym, or making a purchase.

South Africa’s relay teams made headlines this month with their outstanding performance at the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou. From smooth baton passes to well-timed surges, they secured multiple victories and qualifications for the World Championships in Tokyo.

In today’s business environment, customer experience (CX) has become the defining factor for success. Companies can ill afford to ignore the importance of service management. If anything, it must become a strategic driver of customer satisfaction and loyalty.

In May 2025, GoodApp, a South African-born home services platform, was named Start-Up of the Year at the prestigious Intelligent ICT Awards, an honour that not only recognises technical achievement but also affirms the growing momentum behind purpose-driven African innovation.

A new wave of AI-powered prediction tools is beginning to challenge one of our oldest assumptions: that the future is inherently uncertain. After correctly forecasting the Bitcoin spike and achieving over 80% accuracy in March Madness, the AI prediction platform 4C Predictions is forcing analysts, investors, and skeptics to take a second look.

As South Africa’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) compliance continues to evolve, the financial and operational downsides of non-compliance are becoming important considerations. Not fully understanding the standards or mismanaging paperwork can lead to penalties, lost opportunities and reputational damage.